• Buffer

    Aerotek (Charles City, IA)


    NOW HIRING Buffers! (1st Shift)

    Job Description

    We are seeking a skilled Buffer who will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing the surfaces of RVs, Motorhomes, and Charter Busses in a production environment. The role involves buffing, painting, and climbing ladders to ensure high-quality finishes. A key requirement for this position is the ability to read a tape measure accurately.

    Responsibilities

    + Buff and paint RVs, Motorhomes, and Charter Busses, ensuring surfaces are smooth and free of defects.

    + Read and interpret measurements with a tape measure.

    + Wipe down the front end of vehicles and inspect for areas needing sanding or buffing.

    + Apply protective wax or other paint sealants to vehicle surfaces.

    + Inspect surfaces for noticeable defects and apply necessary touch-ups.

    + Operate rotary or orbital buffers to remove scratches and swirl marks.

    + Identify and address any paint repairs needed.

    + Install 3M film on vehicles.

    + Mix paint for daily production needs.

    + Prepare paint touch-up kits as required.

    + Remove paper, tape, and plastic from units after inspection and approval.

    + Place touch-up paint kits in the units.

    Essential Skills

    + Ability to read a tape measure accurately.

    + Experience with general labor and production tasks.

    + Capability to perform physical work, including climbing ladders.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Valid driver's license.

    + Minimum of 6 months of previous manufacturing experience.

    + Good cultural fit within the team.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Join a family-oriented company that values its employees. Enjoy regular company outings and food trucks, and earn a $150 bonus for perfect weekly attendance.

     

    Work Environment

     

    Work in a production environment on the 1st shift from 6am to 2pm, Monday through Friday. The role involves physical work, including climbing ladders, and requires the use of various tools and equipment.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charles City, Iowa.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $16.50 - $16.50/hr.

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

    classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

     

    subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

    available for this temporary role may include the following:

    • Medical, dental & vision

    • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

    • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

    • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

    • Short and long-term disability

    • Health Spending Account (HSA)

    • Transportation benefits

    • Employee Assistance Program

    • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Charles City,IA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2025.

    About Aerotek:

    We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

     

    Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.